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SP51 WDX

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

86,017 mi
Last recorded86,017 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 WDX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 86,017 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 86,017 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 85,524 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 84,114 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 84,114 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 81,760 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2016 78,814 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2016 78,814 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2015 75,514 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2015 75,514 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 71,996 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2013 67,638 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 63,964 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 63,694 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 59,365 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner

Fail 26 Aug 2011 59,365 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

offside front tyre worn on inner

rear axle support brace has excessive corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2010 55,236 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 50,616 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 45,925 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 45,925 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 39,464 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 39,464 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 32,518 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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SP51 WDX is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 71,451 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP51 WDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP51 WDX registered?

SP51 WDX is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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